University of Maine

What you'll study

This programme builds a broad business foundation before focusing on management and operations topics. You study accounting, finance and marketing alongside specialised management and operational modules to develop analytical, leadership and process-improvement skills.

• Core business foundations: Principles of Management, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance and Marketing Fundamentals.
• Management and organisational behaviour: Organisational Behaviour, Leadership, Human Resource Management, Negotiation and Team Dynamics.
• Operations and analytical skills: Operations Management, Supply Chain and Logistics, Project Management, Quality Management and Business Analytics.
• Supporting business law and ethics: Business Law, Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility.
• Capstone and experiential learning: Strategic Management or a senior capstone project that integrates learning across disciplines; opportunities for internships, industry projects, consulting teams and simulations.
• Electives and concentrations: Options typically let you deepen skills in areas such as supply chain, entrepreneurship, sustainability, or data analytics.

Entry requirements

Applicants need a completed secondary school qualification or recognised equivalent. Entry decisions consider academic record, curriculum strength and any supplementary materials.

• Academic achievement: Competitive secondary-school grades appropriate to undergraduate admission at a research university.
• Standardised tests: SAT/ACT requirements vary; check the university’s current admissions policy for whether tests are required or optional.
• English language proficiency: For international applicants, an accepted English qualification or recognised test score is required unless exempt through prior study in English.
• Supporting documents: A personal statement or statement of purpose outlining interest in business and career goals; some applicants may be asked for references or an interview.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that require leadership, operational insight and analytical thinking across sectors. The programme’s practical focus and internship opportunities help build employer-ready skills.

• Operations Manager or Operations Supervisor
• Supply Chain Analyst or Logistics Coordinator
• Project Manager or Project Coordinator
• Business Analyst or Management Consultant
• Quality Improvement Specialist or Process Engineer (with relevant electives)
• Human Resources roles, particularly in training and organisational development
• Entrepreneurship and small-business management; many graduates also progress to graduate study in business or related fields.

Why study at University of Maine

The University of Maine offers a campus environment that combines the resources of a public research university with close faculty engagement and experiential learning. The business programmes place emphasis on applied learning—internships, industry projects and capstone courses—that connect students with employers across Maine and the wider New England region.

• Industry connections: Strong links with regional businesses, manufacturing, logistics and public-sector organisations help secure internships and employment opportunities.
• Career and professional support: Access to career services, employer recruitment events and alumni networks focused on business careers.
• Practical learning: Opportunities for hands-on projects, student consulting groups and participation in business competitions.
• Faculty and research: Faculty with applied research and industry experience who teach courses that combine theory with real-world problems.
• Campus life and resources: A range of student organisations, leadership programmes and access to campus facilities that support learning and professional development.